1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C 15 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
